lupanin

/luˈpænɪn/

Definitions

1. noun

a type of plant alkaloid, specifically a lignan, extracted from the seeds of the Lupinus plant

“The researcher studied the lupanin properties and their effects on the environment.”

2. noun

a rare or obsolete word for a shearer or a person who shears wool

“In the 18th century, the lupanin was an essential figure in rural communities.”

Synonyms

  • alkaloid
  • lignan

Antonyms

  • acid
  • toxin